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Crispy Farro and Tomato Salad

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty crispy farro and tomato salad with fresh herbs and bright lemon dressing.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cup uncooked farro
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook farro in water 20 to 25 minutes until tender and drain.
  2. Sauté farro in 1 tablespoon olive oil until lightly crisp.
  3. Whisk remaining olive oil, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss crispy farro with tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley.
  5. Add dressing and mix gently before serving.

Notes

  • Drain farro well before crisping.
  • Add dressing just before serving.
  • Store refrigerated up to 4 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg